**Kremlin Backs Minsk as Best Place for Trilateral Talks**
The Kremlin believes that Minsk, the capital of Belarus, would be the best place to hold talks between the US, Ukraine, and Russia. This comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed peace talks with US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
**Belarusian Leader Makes Proposal**
Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has suggested hosting a meeting between Trump, Putin, and Zelensky in Minsk. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that the Kremlin is positive about Zelensky’s willingness to negotiate and sees Minsk as a good location for talks.
**Kremlin Views on Ukraine**
The Kremlin has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s recent statements on Ukraine, which have drawn praise from Russian officials. The US has distanced itself from its traditional role as Ukraine’s primary supporter and questioned Kyiv’s commitment to peace. This has raised concerns among European allies.
**Zelensky’s Proposal**
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin, suggesting the release of prisoners and a partial truce in the air and sea as first steps towards a peace deal. His overture came after his public clash with Trump in the Oval Office.
**US Stance on Ukraine**
The US has paused all military aid to Ukraine, citing Trump’s desire to pressure Zelensky into talks. The decision drew praise from Russian officials but raised concerns among European allies.
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